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Dacia Duster Mk1 (1.2): Full Service | Oil, Air Filter, Coolant, Sparks, Cabin Filter, Service Light
Today I'll be performing a major service on my 2017 Dacia Duster Mk1, with the Renault 1.2TCe petrol engine. I'll cover oil and oil filter, air filter, coolant renewal, cabin filter, spark plugs and resetting the service light.
Parts used:
Mobil 5W30 fully synthetic oil
Bosch P7231 oil filter
Renault Glaceol RX Type E coolant
Bosch R5501 charcoal cabin filter
Bosch S0343 air filter
4 x NGK ILKAR7F7G iridium spark plugs
Service reset app:
play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.dfi.servicereset&hl=en_GB&pli=1
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:20 - About this Duster
00:49 - Draining the oil
02:11 - Air filter change
03:00 - Oil filter change
05:46 - Oil refilling
08:04 - Coolant change
14:38 - Cabin filter change
16:11 - Spark plug check/change
19:30 - Service light reset
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Відео

Ford Focus Mk2: Door speaker replacement
Переглядів 5 тис.6 місяців тому
Two of the door speakers in my 2005 mark II Ford Focus have stopped working. So in this video I'm going to replace them with some aftermarket ones from a kit which is supposedly a straight swap... Link to my other video for door card removal and replacement: ua-cam.com/video/CeAxZ9LNG-A/v-deo.html Link to the speaker kit I bought (not affiliated): www.ebay.co.uk/itm/264990080475 Music used in t...
Ford Focus Mk2: How to remove and replace the door cards
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Just a quick video to demonstrate how to take off the door cards on a Mark II Ford Focus, and how to put the door cards back on afterwards! I recently upgraded the speakers on my Mark 2 Ford Focus Zetec, as they had stopped working, so I decided to record this quick how-to demonstration of removing the cards while I was at it. A full video about the speaker issues is coming soon, so subscribe n...
My MX5: More success this time? | Clutch slave & master cylinder replacement
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Today's mission is to change the clutch slave cylinder and clutch master cylinder on my Mk1 MX-5 (Miata), then re-bleed the whole system. During a recent service I discovered that the boot on the clutch slave cylinder had disintegrated, possibly due to a slow leak of fluid. I also had trouble when bleeding the system as the master cylinder didn't seem to be providing the correct pressure. So I ...
Rustival 2024! | The most eclectic mix of cool cars ever assembled
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This weekend, my mate Logan and I took Max up to the British Motor Museum to participate in the first ever Rustival - organised by Ian and Carly from Hubnut, Matt from Furious Driving and Steph form I Drive A Classic. I tried to capture a selection of cool cars which caught my eye, but there was SO MUCH more to see! Two entire car parks full of amazing vehicles from almost every era, from pre-w...
My MX5: Spring service. It was all going so well... 😫
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Spring has sprung (sort of) and its time to dust off Max and get him ready for a fun summer of adventures. With Rustival coming up in a few weeks, its time to get him ready for the road again with a full service, diff oil change and clutch fluid refresh... Easy right? ... Right...? 00:00 - Intro 00:44 - Oil & oil filter change 02:01 - Air filter change (K&N Reusable) 03:38 - Diff oil change (an...
Ford Focus Mk2: How to clean the throttle body | 1.6 petrol
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In this video I walk through the process of cleaning the throttle body on a 2005 mark 2 Ford Focus 1.6 petrol. It's a pretty straightforward job which can really improve the throttle response and acceleration.
Ford Focus Mk2: How to replace the thermostat | 1.6 petrol
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Since getting this Mark 2 Ford Focus 1.6 petrol, I've noticed that the engine takes a very long time to warm up, particularly in cold weather, and also fluctuates a lot while driving. I suspect that the thermostat is stuck open, meaning that coolant is always flowing through the radiator and causing the car to take longer to get to temperature. In this video I set out to change the thermostat o...
Ford Focus Mk2: How to add bluetooth audio & USB charging ports
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Two small annoyances with my daily driver Ford Focus Mk2 are that the radio has no bluetooth connectivity, and the 12v lighter socket does not switch off with the ignition - if I leave a USB charger in the socket, it might run the battery flat if I leave the car parked for a few days. So in this video I'm going to add a bluetooth module to the radio which connects to the Aux input, and also ins...
2005 Ford Focus Mk2: What's it like after 19 years?
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My new daily driver is this 1.6 petrol Ford Focus MK2. It's covered a lot of miles in nearly 19 years on the road. In this video we take a look at the car and its features, then take it out for a drive to see how well it still performs on today's roads. 00:00 - Intro 00:33 - About the Mk2 Ford Focus 02:41 - About this particular Focus 03:38 - Engine (1.6 Duratec) 04:45 - Cabin 07:13 - Going for...
Channel update. And new daily driver!
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Things have been a little quiet on this channel recently, so I thought I'd give you all a little update on what's been going on. Also, I've got a new daily driver! My other UA-cam channels: Making a Home (DIY stuff): www.youtube.com/@makingahome_uk R&R (our travel adventures): www.youtube.com/@robandrach The Orphic Creative (my music channel): www.youtube.com/@TheOrphicCreative
My MX5: Can you go camping with a Mk1 MX5 (Miata)? [Part 2]
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This is a follow-up to my previous video, where I tried to figure out if it was possible to fit our camping equipment in the back of our Mk1 MX5. In this video, we have the real event! How successful was our actual camping trip? Did we manage to take everything we needed, or were we left wanting... Watch Part 1 here: ua-cam.com/video/RLqcOdupeSc/v-deo.html Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:20 How I packed...
My MX5: Can you go camping with a Mk1 MX5 (Miata)? [Part 1]
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In this video I set out to answer a pretty simple question: Can you go camping with a Mk1 MX5 Miata. More specifically, can you fit enough camping equipment in an MX5 for a short camping holiday, and still be comfortable? Let's find out... Watch part 2 here: ua-cam.com/video/o5B1AS3Cyi4/v-deo.html
My MX5: Gearbox Turret & Shifter Service
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Is your stick a bit floppy? Is it a bit hard to get it in? Chances are you need to service your gearbox shifter turret, and replace the nylon bush on the end of the shifter. There is also a lower shift boot and upper shift boot which wear out over time and need replacing. You'll also need to change the turret oil. This is our mission for this episode... Link to a shifter rebuild kit: www.mx5par...
My MX5: How to drain the fuel tank (I'm an idiot...)
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In this episode we take a look at draining the fuel tank on a Mazda MX-5 (Miata), and hear my sad tale of woe. What should you do if you accidentally put diesel in your petrol (gas) car? How much diesel in petrol is still safe to drive or run the engine? What is the acceptable amount of diesel in your gas? And what do you need to do to drain the tank of a Mazda MX5 Miata? Unfortunately I've had...
My MX5: Quick Winter Checkup
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My MX5: Quick Winter Checkup
My MX5: Full Service | Engine Gearbox & Diff Oil, Oil Air & Fuel Filter, Spark plugs, Coolant Change
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My MX5: Full Service | Engine Gearbox & Diff Oil, Oil Air & Fuel Filter, Spark plugs, Coolant Change
MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 6 of 6: County Wexford
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MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 6 of 6: County Wexford
MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 5 of 6: Dublin
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MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 5 of 6: Dublin
MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 4 of 6: Ring of Kerry II
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MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 4 of 6: Ring of Kerry II
MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 3 of 6: Ring of Kerry
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MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 3 of 6: Ring of Kerry
MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 2 of 6: Dingle Peninsula
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MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 2 of 6: Dingle Peninsula
MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 1 of 6: Fishguard - Rosslare Ferry, Journey to Killarney
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MX5 Roadtrip - Southern Ireland | Part 1 of 6: Fishguard - Rosslare Ferry, Journey to Killarney
My MX5: Replacing the Auxiliary Belt
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My MX5: Replacing the Auxiliary Belt
My MX5: How to Replace the Instrument & Dashboard Lighting
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My MX5: How to Replace the Instrument & Dashboard Lighting
My MX5: Brakes - How to overhaul front and rear and bleed the system
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My MX5: Brakes - How to overhaul front and rear and bleed the system
MY MX5: Rear parcel shelf speaker install & restoration
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MY MX5: Rear parcel shelf speaker install & restoration
MY MX5: The Cursed Water Plug [How to replace the coolant blanking cap]
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MY MX5: The Cursed Water Plug [How to replace the coolant blanking cap]
My MX5: How to adjust the base idle
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My MX5: How to adjust the base idle
My MX5: Installing an R-Package Front Lip
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My MX5: Installing an R-Package Front Lip

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @victorhugo-hf5pz
    @victorhugo-hf5pz 22 години тому

    Does the DPF needs to be fully cleaned also ?

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 15 годин тому

      @@victorhugo-hf5pz This is a petrol engine so doesn't have a DPF

  • @c.s185channel9
    @c.s185channel9 6 днів тому

    Do the front tweeters still work ?

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 6 днів тому

      @@c.s185channel9 Yes, mine are both still working

  • @buriburi3876
    @buriburi3876 8 днів тому

    Had mk1 1.6 petrol about 9 years and made 100k km with it, after that i had mk2.5 1.6 petrol 2 years and did 40k km and now i have mk2 1.6 ti-vct with 270k km and runs like new

  • @MartinTeerly
    @MartinTeerly 11 днів тому

    I replaced my thermostat because it was stuck open. After replacement it's better but the temp wouldn't go to 90. It's 3mm before 90°mark, little bit before stock. What's to check ?

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 10 днів тому

      I think that's pretty normal. Mine sits at the same point.

    • @MartinTeerly
      @MartinTeerly 10 днів тому

      @RobGMyMX5 what happens in your car when you turn heating on max and blower on 4 ? Does engine temperature drop significantly?

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 10 днів тому

      @@MartinTeerly No. On mine it gets up to temperature in about 10-15 minutes of driving, and then stays there solidly. Even with heating on at any speed. Before I changed my thermostat, it took much longer to get up to temperature, and it would fluctuate up and down depending on driving speed, external temperature, and heater settings.

  • @MrRicky13388
    @MrRicky13388 12 днів тому

    Hey Rob does the bluetooth signal keep on in your car even though the radio is not turned on? I got a similar cable and it keeps on forever

  • @bentreagust5631
    @bentreagust5631 19 днів тому

    So how do I set the base idle to match it to? Whenever I set it to 900rpm before plugging it in it goes up to 1500 when I bridge it, and when I adjust it down again they match perfectly at like 700 but I don’t want it to idle that low?

  • @kostasachpazaridis5632
    @kostasachpazaridis5632 24 дні тому

    Thank you very much for apload this Video. I have the same Car ( same colour!) and want to change the Thermostat...Have a nice Day from Grecce 🇬🇷

  • @igordugonjic
    @igordugonjic 28 днів тому

    I love my Focus 2007 gasoline 1.6, 150.000 km up to this moment, I absolutely have no reason to buy a new car. Just a regular minimal maintenance and that is it. Thank you Ford, perfect car! No rust, garage all the time.

  • @Billylondon88
    @Billylondon88 29 днів тому

    Hi mate im about to buy the automatic mk2 for a first car 😄

    • @igordugonjic
      @igordugonjic 28 днів тому

      powershift is not a good option mate, read about it before buying

    • @Billylondon88
      @Billylondon88 28 днів тому

      @igordugonjic no its the 4 speed auto 🙂

    • @Billylondon88
      @Billylondon88 28 днів тому

      ​@@igordugonjic im still debating after today as ive seen the kia seed auto 1.6

  • @user-mk9nh2hi2i
    @user-mk9nh2hi2i Місяць тому

    iv tweaked this car up to 150hp beast

  • @ReggieChump
    @ReggieChump Місяць тому

    Another You Tuber has used electrical contact cleaner. He said that throttle body cleaner is designed for cleaning metal and the Focus has plastic..... Any thoughts from anybody on this?

  • @elaxel1469
    @elaxel1469 Місяць тому

    I had the mk2 1,6 100hp focus and ended up selling it mainly becuse of the excessive fuel consumption and poor performance. Also the combination of heavy weight and firm suspension wasnt pleasant at all.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 27 днів тому

      Interesting, I get pretty good consumption on mine, normally about 39mpg - I think that's quite reasonable for the age

  • @fifielcoolio
    @fifielcoolio Місяць тому

    nice job!

  • @gimble447
    @gimble447 Місяць тому

    Owned my 2007 Sea grey 1.8tdci Zetec Climate SportsPack from new, 17 years on and it’s not going anywhere ( I mean that it will always be part of my varied fleet, I don’t mean that it’s broken down 😂)

  • @stephenm5000
    @stephenm5000 Місяць тому

    Interesting video, though shame the bit bIt really wanted (how to remove rear door card without damage) was speeded up to about 3 seconds LOL

  • @РинатМингазутдинов-н8с

    FOCUS🔥💪😁👍💥🚀

  • @SNSROMARIOVR
    @SNSROMARIOVR Місяць тому

    Where is the thermostat location on the 1.6 Z6 motor

  • @kimmcneil5710
    @kimmcneil5710 Місяць тому

    Did you disconnect the car battery before you did the work? I have the same issue but only one speaker working thanks

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 Місяць тому

      @@kimmcneil5710 I didn't initially, but I noticed that I was getting some sparks when I accidentally touched the speaker wires to the body, so I then disconnected the battery to avoid damaging the amp

  • @rosidus
    @rosidus Місяць тому

    Good way to check if the thermostat works is to boil some water in a kettle snd put the thermostat in it, in a cup of course.

  • @rosidus
    @rosidus Місяць тому

    I had to do mine. When i drove on the motorway temp would drop to the quarter mark. Luckily it was stuck open and not shut. Wish i saw rhis video before i done mine because i had to go under rhe car to get the bottom bolts off.

  • @johnbyrne7229
    @johnbyrne7229 Місяць тому

    Engine bay is spotless .

  • @JazzFunkNobby1964
    @JazzFunkNobby1964 2 місяці тому

    Thanks. I need to do this on mine. Can anyone tell me is there a gasket or just that plastic thing he showed us in the video?

  • @chloechleo100
    @chloechleo100 2 місяці тому

    Great video i didn't have a clue how to do it and where it was thank you so much.

  • @agaafear
    @agaafear 2 місяці тому

    Focus Mk2 looks were as dull as ditchwater. 2.5 was better but neither matched the MK1 which, in my view, still looks great. I had one for a few years and loved it, even with the ‘plastic fantastic’ interior.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 2 місяці тому

      @@agaafear Each to their own I guess 😊 The mk2 was definitely more conservative, but personally I prefer it now. But there's no doubt the mk1 was a masterful design. And they're both fantastic cars overall.

  • @rubenmorari939
    @rubenmorari939 2 місяці тому

    Good video bro🫡 When the next video comes?

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 2 місяці тому

      @@rubenmorari939 Waiting for some time to film more 😁

    • @rubenmorari939
      @rubenmorari939 2 місяці тому

      @@RobGMyMX5🫡

  • @LandenBMS
    @LandenBMS 2 місяці тому

    What is Auto Link and where do I find them??

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 27 днів тому

      Just search autolink MX5 on google and it should come up

  • @JesseMartens-jo6go
    @JesseMartens-jo6go 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for the video love my Focus 2004 300.000 km + still going strong 🎉❤😊

  • @andreitatarus989
    @andreitatarus989 2 місяці тому

    I own a 2010 Ford Focus MK2, and I’m experiencing issues with the speakers. Currently, only the rear driver-side speaker and the front right tweeter are working. I’ve checked the wiring, and everything seems to be intact. Does anyone have any idea what the issue might be?

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 2 місяці тому

      This was the same issue I had. Never managed to get to the bottom of exactly why they stopped working. The speakers look fine, but just don't make any sound. My hypothesis is that the coils go bad inside the speakers due to moisture over the years. Swapping them out with new drivers like in my video has worked perfectly.

  • @siewiczrwl
    @siewiczrwl 3 місяці тому

    You are awesome. Thanks!

  • @keithingram44
    @keithingram44 3 місяці тому

    The clutch does bite high mines a duel mass flywheel and I had it done last November and it’s still bites high

    • @gimble447
      @gimble447 Місяць тому

      @@keithingram44 they are like that from new, bought mines brand new in 2007 and still have it 👍

  • @keithingram44
    @keithingram44 3 місяці тому

    I’ve got a 2007 57 plate 20l petrol ghia had it 12 years brilliant car and quite quick done 104 000 love the car

  • @marclaw4511
    @marclaw4511 3 місяці тому

    I own a 1.4 2007 and a 1.6 zetec estate and are great cars.Have to keep an eye on sills for corrosion and use a suitable treatment.Regular oil changes are the secret to keeping them going.

  • @wernerviljoen8925
    @wernerviljoen8925 3 місяці тому

    Well, I have 2 sitting in my driveway, a '96 Chico 1.3 and a '07 Chico 1.4, and I wouldn't trade them for anything else. Both cars are still going strong (my '96 has over 400 000 km's on the odometer), maintenance is cheap and fairly easy and most repairs can be done over a weekend and with a few cold beers. Any modern equivalent car simply lacks the Citi Golf's character and charm, and - sadly - nothing that VW builds nowadays is anywhere near as reliable.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 3 місяці тому

      Long may they last!

  • @garry_potta
    @garry_potta 3 місяці тому

    Im having a rough cold start idle too. Seems very common on the 1.6 petrol engine

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 3 місяці тому

      Yes I think so. Mine is the opposite actually - smooth idle on first start but lumpy when up to temp. But I've stopped trying to find the cause now and have just accepted it's a quirk of the car. It runs perfectly other than that.

  • @markwilliams8476
    @markwilliams8476 3 місяці тому

    Really good video, just bought a 2018 mk1 petrol and intend to do own servicing. Do you have a link for the service reset dongle, i understand there are a lot of fake ones that wont work.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 3 місяці тому

      Glad the video was helpful 😊 Yes, you're correct, you need an OBD2 reader with a specific chip in it. Specifically, you will need an ELM327 Bluetooth reader V1.5, with the PIC18F25k80 chip. I made a how-to guide for resetting the service light, which has all the details you'll need: docs.google.com/document/d/1y9iLTUiTzP9no0Kjtzj1AflVg2NsCkzXug2KOzTQGn8

  • @user-jz8jf1xu6r
    @user-jz8jf1xu6r 3 місяці тому

    Please can you mention what tools and size used to remove the screws

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 3 місяці тому

      Sorry for the slow reply. I'm afraid I didn't note the exact size, but it was a standard size torx head - if you have a set of screwdrivers with the usual torx sizes, one of them should fit right

  • @stephenhill8806
    @stephenhill8806 3 місяці тому

    Never lose your great English accent

  • @alfienaylor1587
    @alfienaylor1587 3 місяці тому

    I’m not a huge fan of the pre-facelift’s interior, as the blue makes it feel a bit Citroën or Fiat-like to me, but I think the facelift had a great interior to go with its stunning looks. I drive a 2011 1.6 TDCi a few weeks ago and was amazed at how rapid it was compared to a Golf 1.6 TDI. However, that particular car let itself down as being the Sport model, it had the fancy enhanced radio, the wiring on which was buggered so that every time it cut out, the engine lights momentarily came on. And the sat nav moved on its own, so it was telling me what to do when I get off the motorway just as I was getting on it. It was still a hell of a lot more fun than the Mk3 1.6 petrol I drove a few weeks later. That was just gutless and boring.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 3 місяці тому

      Still need to try a TDCi, but the low down torque from a common rail diesel definitely makes it pretty nippy in urban environments

  • @kingzor100
    @kingzor100 3 місяці тому

    Thanks you very much. However my 2 door bolts were 8 not 10 XD

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 3 місяці тому

      Huh, that's very random!

  • @johnc9228
    @johnc9228 3 місяці тому

    We're did you get the trim level spec pictures

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 3 місяці тому

      I downloaded a copy of the brochure. You can find it pretty easily with a google search

  • @lasvegascrisis
    @lasvegascrisis 3 місяці тому

    if you have ramps or jack the car up high enough to get under it...hug the bell housing, get long angled needle nose pliers & it's a lot easier than trying this from the top

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 3 місяці тому

      @@lasvegascrisis good tip, thanks

  • @SammiPie
    @SammiPie 4 місяці тому

    my idles too low and sometimes cuts out on idle or coasting as you said, i’ll give this a go!

  • @Super8ball13
    @Super8ball13 4 місяці тому

    Hi Rob I don’t suppose you know where to find the EGR valve on that model of focus?

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 4 місяці тому

      Hey! Not a job I've done myself - there is no EGR on the1.6 petrol, only the diesel engines. But you should be able to find it at the back of the engine, it's fairly accessible but you need a special Clic-R clip release tool for the clamp on the pipework to the left of the valve.

  • @nicolasansom2681
    @nicolasansom2681 4 місяці тому

    I've got an MX5 too and looking for a cheap daily which is still fun. You might have solved my problem!

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 4 місяці тому

      Yeah the MX5 has spoiled me - since I got it almost every other car is disappointing to drive! But surprisingly this Focus still manages to put a smile on my face, so I can definitely recommend it. The only thing to note is, as with any old car, things will need working on from time to time. But most jobs have been pretty easy so far. Fingers crossed!

  • @REBEKAHWOODWARD-u1l
    @REBEKAHWOODWARD-u1l 4 місяці тому

    Fab thank you! Just cleaned mine and stopped it cutting out 😊 Combined with 2CarPros video below to remove throttle. Both have excellent points to complete the job and prevent issues. ua-cam.com/video/20-Dyq3fmNA/v-deo.htmlsi=gD7lRqMmD6iX9Y9I

  • @rickybaskerville4489
    @rickybaskerville4489 4 місяці тому

    Just bought the st3 version of this pre facelift car, epic to drive!

  • @FocusRS500
    @FocusRS500 5 місяців тому

    Is the bass better or worse than stock speakers, the stock sony speakers are decent

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 4 місяці тому

      @@FocusRS500 There is no difference at all in bass between the stock speakers and those aftermarket ones. They sound completely identical when listening

  • @RetroQGaming
    @RetroQGaming 5 місяців тому

    It looks like you got green LEDs for the HVAC and ashtray, but how about the dashboard itself? Since the MX5 has a natural green tint across the face so was that what it looks like with white LEDs coming through the green face or green LEDs going through the green face? Thanks for the great video detailing everything though, especially the exact bulb types. Those were always difficult to get a consensus online for. I'll be doing the same setup probably except maybe a white in the cupholder (replaces the ashtray) instead.

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 5 місяців тому

      @@RetroQGaming I went with green LEDs for everything because I didn't want the slightly faded yellow-green tint that the filter behind the dashboard provides - I wanted a nice crisp green all round. The only downside is that the red parts of the clocks (e.g. rev limit) look grey in the green light.

  • @Salmanazam123
    @Salmanazam123 5 місяців тому

    It's diesel or petrol?

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 5 місяців тому

      @@Salmanazam123 As mentioned in the thumbnail and in the video it's petrol

  • @kach0937
    @kach0937 5 місяців тому

    great video, will do my own research on the engine oil, i have heard and think you also did, that it’s ok to use the same oil for gearbox and diff? i’ve watched this in bed at 7am so probably missed it but what sockets/torx bits did you need for the whole thing? appreciate the video is years old so not expecting a reply but this vid is saved to my service playlist and will be referred to when i figure out how to get my mx5 jacked up! liked and subscribed

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 5 місяців тому

      @@kach0937 Actually I made a bit of a mistake regarding the gearbox / diff oil. They use the same grade of oil, but the Redline MT90 is not the same as Redline 75w90. The MT90 is specifically designed for transmissions and has friction modifiers to help engage the synchros. If used in a diff this causes extra drag. So I actually changed the diff oil again later to Redline 75w90. Off the top of my head I can't remember the exact socket / bit sizes, but if you have a regular tool set with a range of sockets, and a set of Philips screwdrivers I think you'll be fine. I don't believe there are any torx screws on the MX5 from what I can remember.

    • @kach0937
      @kach0937 5 місяців тому

      @@RobGMyMX5 Amazing, thanks for the reply - I've figured out that a £50 socket kit from Halfords should have everything I need, I think I'm going to risk using the same 75W-90 GL4 oil in both the diff + gearbox

    • @RobGMyMX5
      @RobGMyMX5 4 місяці тому

      @@kach0937 Yeah any 75w90 oil will be fine in both, that is the manufacturer's specifications anyway.